Edinburgh Cyst Removal | Expert Consultant Care

A cyst is a closed sac under the skin filled with fluid, keratin, or other material. They often appear as round, firm lumps and are usually benign.

Skin cysts often develop when hair follicles or skin glands become blocked. They can also form due to trauma, inflammation, or a build-up of keratin beneath the skin.

Some cysts may shrink over time, but most persist or grow slowly. They usually do not resolve completely without treatment.

Cysts can remain for months or years if untreated. While some may remain stable, others can become inflamed, grow, or become infected.

Untreated cysts can increase in size, become infected, or rupture. This may lead to pain, drainage, scarring, or the need for more complex surgical removal.

Most cysts appear as smooth, round lumps under the skin. They may be skin-coloured, white, or slightly red if inflamed or infected.

Yes. Cysts can become tender, red, and swollen if infected or irritated. Infected cysts may need antibiotics or drainage before removal.

Sebaceous cysts, more accurately called epidermoid cysts, form from blocked skin glands. They are one of the most common types seen in clinical practice.

Cysts are usually removed through a minor surgical procedure under local anaesthetic. The entire cyst sac is excised to prevent recurrence.

Cyst removal is typically painless as it’s done under local anaesthetic. Most cases require a few stitches, which are removed within 7–10 days or are dissolving.

At Skin Surgeons in Edinburgh, cyst removal starts from £695, depending on size and location. This includes aftercare. Your initial consultation is £125. 

You can book a consultation by contacting us or using the online enquiry form on our website. Appointments take place at Waterfront Private Hospital in North Edinburgh.

Yes. Private cyst removal typically offers shorter waiting times than the NHS. At Skin Surgeons in Edinburgh, we can often offer appointments within days.